CVE-2026-44711
High
Description
pam_usb provides hardware authentication for Linux using ordinary removable media. Prior to 0.8.7, symlink attacks on pad directory and pad files enable authentication bypass and root file corruption. This vulnerability is fixed in 0.8.7.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.9
Exploit probability—
ProductMcdope Pam Usb
PublishedMay 27, 2026
First seenMay 27, 2026
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| mcdope pam_usb | < 0.8.7 | — |
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